Design, build and installation of Leixlip Educate Together National School. Building types include a Type 8 modified building of 400sqm and a Type 4 building of 500sqm.The school is situated on a greenfield site in Leixlip, County Kildare. The project also included all onsite civil works and landscaping.
Scope of works
Design, build and installation of two buildings - a 10-module unit consisting of one classroom, administration offices, a sensory and quiet room as well as WC facilities, and an adjacent 14-module, two-story, four classroom system.
Onsite civil works including connection to electrical and a foul and surface water system including attenuation. Actavo also carried out landscaping of the site and installation of a soft play area.
Key successes
- All works met project programme timelines and budget. Phase 1 was completed over a 7 week period during the Summer months in time for September and return of students to school with Phase 2 completed safely during school terms with over 1,000 students on campus.
- The two buildings achieved a BER certification of A3, showing that they are highly energy efficient.
Solutions to challenges
- Due to the construction site being on the grounds of an existing live school environment, Actavo Modular maintained precise delivery schedules to make sure there was no impact to the students, teachers and parents in the neighbouring school.
- The greenfield site was on slope making soil removal necessary to ensure level foundations.
- Actavo Modular planted mature shrubbery to ensure the privacy of surrounding houses was maintained after careful consultation with neighbouring homeowners.
- The team also put acoustic matting around the school generator to ensure minimum noise pollution. Electricity connection was achieved by the handover date.
- During removal of soil from the site, due to it being on a slope, Actavo Modular encountered an egress of water. The team put in a water line removing sediment to ensure it did not enter the storm drain and risk flooding to the neighbouring school.
Benefits to client
- In excess of 80% of the building fitout was completed in factory pre-delivery, saving the client time and money as well as minimising disruption to the neighbouring school.
- The specialised classrooms enable Leixlip ETNS to offer a bespoke teaching environment to students with additional needs.
I am writing to express my satisfaction with the commendable services provided by Actavo Modular during the construction of Leixlip ETNS’ new modular school building. In doing so, I would like to highlight a few some key points that make Actavo Modular a recommended choice for similar projects.
Expert and Professional Service:
Actavo Modular demonstrated expertise and professionalism throughout the entire project.
From the initial planning stages to the completion of the construction, the team exhibited a high level of skill and competence. The school was completed to a high standard, and the professionalism of the Actavo team was evident in every aspect of the construction process.
Professional, Cooperative, and Pleasant Personnel:
Foreman / Manager Damien Crossan, is a gentleman and was pleasure to deal with. The Actavo team, managed by Damien were also great to work with, and displayed at all times, a high level of professionalism and cooperativeness. They actively engaged with our school staff, ensuring that our needs and requirements were listened to. Their approachability and willingness to address any concerns or queries created a positive and collaborative relationship, minimising the stress involved in a school move, both during the construction phase and during the transitioning phase of our school move.
Recommendation for Similar Needs:
I would recommend Actavo Modular to others with a similar need for modular construction projects. Their commitment to excellence, coupled with their ability to deliver is evident in our completed school building. The level of expertise exhibited by Actavo Modular ensured that our project was in capable hands, resulting in a high-quality and purpose-built facility. The pupils, staff and parents are delighted with our new school and look forward to many happy times here.
Engaging with Actavo:
To anyone considering engaging with Actavo, I would emphasise the benefits of having a construction company that not only meets the technical requirements of your project but also understands the unique needs of your organisation. Actavo Modular excelled in both aspects, and I am confident in recommending Actavo, as their team not only possesses professional experience and expertise but are also genuinely committed to delivering exceptional results. In conclusion, our experience with Actavo Modular was extremely positive, and I am confident that their services would greatly benefit any institution embarking on a similar construction project.Mary McDowell
Principal: Leixlip ETNS